THE MET Office has issued a weather warning as high speed winds are due next Monday, as ex-Hurricane Ophelia approaches the UK.

Western areas of Wales and England including Pembrokeshire are due to be hit by blustery spells between 8am and 11:55pm on Monday October 16.

Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are possible.

There is a slight chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services such as mobile phone coverage.

There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles from roofs.

On Friday, the Port of Milford Haven posted on Facebook: "Please be advised that hurricane strength winds are forecast for Monday evening. "All mooring holders are asked to make every effort to remove their vessels from moorings or alternatively ensure they are securely fastened to moorings on the waterway to minimise potential damage."

The National Hurricane Center, based in America, tweeted:


For more information visit metoffice.gov.uk

The Met Office added: "It is possible that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves.

"There is also a small chance that injuries could occur from beach material being thrown onto sea fronts."